Rhinology Advanced Practice Providers Section (RAPPers)

Mission Statement

Advanced practice providers in otolaryngology are essential partners in delivering high-quality, accessible rhinology and ENT care. The Section for Rhinology Advanced Practice Providers (RAPPers) will incorporate Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants as they work to advance the field of rhinology and otolaryngology. The RAPPers will provide a community for APPs to advance their skills and knowledge within the field and share experiences that may advance the initiative of APPs in Otolaryngology. More specifically, the RAPPers Section will help the ARS to:

• Fully recognize and utilize the resources and talents of APPs in rhinology in their efforts to advance the purposes of the ARS.
• Foster research collaborations and mentoring for APPs
• Promote the inclusion of APPs in educational programming and planning for conferences and curriculum updates

Social Media

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Founding Leadership

Emily Moldoff specializes in otology and rhinology at Mass General Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. Her clinical expertise centers on the evaluation and management of complex eustachian tube dysfunction, encompassing rhinology and allergy into her practice. She is especially committed to the integration of subspecialties and frequently serves as a liaison between otology and rhinology, enhancing multidisciplinary care pathways for patients with overlapping diseases.

Emily maintains a strong interest in clinical research. Her scholarly work examines the intersection of otology and rhinology and the collaborative roles these disciplines play in comprehensive patient care. She has presented original research at both national and international conferences, with topics including olfactory dysfunction, chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis (CRSwNP), and the evolving collaboration between advanced practice providers and physicians in subspecialty care.

Leslie Gomez is a Nurse Practitioner focusing on Rhinology at the University of California, San Diego, where she has worked since 2019. She provides longitudinal care for a variety of chronic sinus conditions and enjoys complex debridements. She has developed a multitude of patient education materials for Rhinology patients including written handouts and an instructional video for saline rinses. Leslie is interested in optimizing clinic operations and implementing technological advances to provide efficient and smooth continuity of care and inter-disciplinary communication. Leslie is fluent in Spanish and her background in primary care and public health have been so useful in addressing patients’ needs at multiple levels.

Jane Wang, MSN, RN, FNP-C

Jane Wang graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing in 1996 from University of Ottawa in Ontario, Canada. While working as a RN in Los Angeles, Jane went on to earn her Master of Science degree in Nursing from UCLA and became a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in 2002.

Jane joined Stanford Otolaryngology Department in 2005 and has since played a vital role in patient care in the rhinology and laryngology divisions. She actively participates in various aspects of pre- and post-surgery outpatient care, and she is well regarded by her colleagues and patients for the high level of professional care she provides.

In addition to direct patient care, Jane participates in the design and execution of clinical research projects. She acts as clinical preceptor for FNP program students and speaks on topics related to ENT patient care at regional, state, and national level conferences she regularly attends.

Christine M. Reger, DNP, ANP-BC

Christine Reger is an Advanced Senior Lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing and a Senior Advanced Practice Provider in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With over 25 years of nurse practitioner experience, she specializes in rhinology, allergy, and clinical research. Christine has been instrumental in developing innovative patient care models, mentoring APPs and students, and leading initiatives such as digital patient education and clinical practice guideline implementation. A recognized educator and leader, she coordinates large-scale undergraduate and graduate nursing courses, earning awards for excellence in clinical teaching and advanced practice education. Nationally active, Christine lectures at major conferences, serves on otolaryngology guideline committees, and contributes to peer-reviewed publications focused on collaborative care, patient engagement, and sinus disease management.

Lindsay Wyant,MS, PA-C

Lindsay Wyant is a Physician Associate in the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). Since joining OHSU in 2007, she has cared for patients with a wide range of ear, nose, and throat conditions, with a special focus on rhinology and allergic rhinitis. Lindsay also enjoys teaching as a lecturer in the OHSU Physician Associate Program, where she helps train and mentor future PAs. She is passionate about patient education and building collaborative, compassionate care experiences for her patients.

Meghan Norris MS, MSPAS, PA-C

Meghan Norris is a Physician Assistant in the Division of Rhinology, Allergy, and Skull Base Surgery within the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at UNC-Chapel Hill. She works alongside six rhinologists, managing a wide range of sinonasal conditions. Meghan has been practicing as a PA for three years and is actively involved in research, with first-author publications to her name. She is passionate about engaging with APP communities to advance collaboration, education, and professional growth. Meghan also enjoys mentoring pre-PA students and looks forward to continuing to expand her involvement in education and leadership within the field.